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$130+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) to Cancún (CUN)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — CUN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Jose to Cancun are usually found in January or September, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Cancún

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) to Cancún (CUN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$357
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$130
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$522
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Cancún
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/155:45 amSJC - CUN
1 stop7h 25mAeromexico
Wed 7/234:20 pmCUN - SJC
1 stop9h 16mAeromexico
Deal found 6/11$357
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/811:01 amSJC - CUN
2 stops22h 19mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/158:00 amCUN - SJC
1 stop7h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$358
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/177:00 amSJC - CUN
1 stop8h 05mDelta
Fri 8/227:50 amCUN - SJC
2 stops17h 00mDelta
Deal found 6/10$360
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/811:01 amSJC - CUN
2 stops22h 19mSpirit Airlines
Fri 7/1110:55 amCUN - SJC
2 stops38h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$370
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/248:00 amSJC - CUN
1 stop10h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/24:05 pmCUN - SJC
1 stop21h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$373
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/218:00 amSJC - CUN
1 stop10h 10mSouthwest
Fri 7/258:30 amCUN - SJC
1 stop16h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$375
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/87:00 amSJC - CUN
1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/1511:08 amCUN - SJC
1 stop11h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$386
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/316:15 amSJC - CUN
1 stop10h 30mAlaska Airlines
Fri 11/76:15 pmCUN - SJC
2 stops25h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$458
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/2912:18 pmSJC - CUN
1 stop26h 04mFrontier
Wed 7/23:25 pmCUN - SJC
1 stop21h 53mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$491
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/3011:30 amSJC - CUN
1 stop8h 19mVolaris
Mon 7/78:00 amCUN - SJC
1 stop7h 30mVolaris
Deal found 6/11$506

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose to Cancún that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Cancún that are best for you.

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San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Tue 7/15

5:45 am-3:10 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Cancun

Wed 7/23

4:20 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop9h 16m

$357

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Tue 7/8

11:01 am-11:20 am

2 stops22h 19m

Cancun

Tue 7/15

8:00 am-1:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$358

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Sun 8/17

7:00 am-5:05 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Cancun

Fri 8/22

7:50 am-10:50 pm

2 stops17h 00m

$360

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Tue 7/8

11:01 am-11:20 am

2 stops22h 19m

Cancun

Fri 7/11

10:55 am-11:54 pm

2 stops38h 59m

$370

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Sun 8/24

8:00 am-8:05 pm

1 stop10h 05m

Cancun

Tue 9/2

4:05 pm-12:04 pm

1 stop21h 59m

$373

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Mon 7/21

8:00 am-8:10 pm

1 stop10h 10m

Cancun

Fri 7/25

8:30 am-10:40 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$375

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Tue 7/8

7:00 am-4:45 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Cancun

Tue 7/15

11:08 am-9:02 pm

1 stop11h 54m

$386

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Sun 6/29

12:18 pm-4:22 pm

1 stop26h 04m

Cancun

Wed 7/2

3:25 pm-11:18 am

1 stop21h 53m

$491

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Mon 6/30

11:30 am-9:49 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Cancun

Mon 7/7

8:00 am-1:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$506

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Tue 7/29

7:57 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop17h 18m

Cancun

Mon 8/4

4:25 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$526

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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Cancún

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cancún from San Jose with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Cancún

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Jose to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Jose to Cancún. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Jose to Cancún, you should look to book at least 37 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose to Cancún?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from San Jose to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJC to CUN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose to Cancún. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Jose to Cancún at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 14% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Jose to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Jose to Cancún. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Jose to Cancún flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Cancún by month

Plan your trip to Cancún by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cancún ranges from 1.1 - 11.1 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.1 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Cancún when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in Cancún by month

Plan your trip to Cancún by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cancún, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 75.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cancún

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cancún. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cancún. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Jose to Cancún, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,706 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Jose to Cancún. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Jose to Cancún round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Jose to Cancún is Aeromexico. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $357 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Spirit Airlines, starting at $360 and $370 round-trip. These flights start at 28% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Jose to Cancún one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Jose to Cancún are Spirit Airlines ($130), Delta ($153), and Aeromexico ($158).

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Jose to Cancún that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Jose to Cancún flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose to Cancún?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Jose to Cancún.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Jose to Cancún?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose to Cancún by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose to Cancún?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from San Jose to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from San Jose to Cancún

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Jose to Cancún. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$200Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VivaCheapest$211Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$311Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
VolarisCheapest$330Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$336Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$351Average$593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$364Average$545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$374Average$717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$409Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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